On The Brighter Side

Jillian came into the PATH program ready for a restart, and a boost of motivation. She had taken many harsh roads to try to get to a destination of stability and now found herself lost with little hope. She knew she wanted better and was ready to commit to the challenge of gaining tools and resources. 

Jillian entered the PATH program on August 10, 2023, with an abundance of challenges and obstacles. She met with her Career Coach and created an action plan to reach her goal of self-sufficiency. She began her journey by completing a reading and math assessment and creating a polished resume. She communicated every week with updates on the progress she was making with additional challenges. She shared her struggles, and the weight of a fear that she would never reach her goals, but with assistance from her coach, giving up was not an option. She wanted better, not only for herself but for her children. She hoped to be an example to them of what you can achieve when you persevere. 

Jillian utilized supportive services such as auto repair, mileage reimbursement, clothing, and transitional support. She actively participated in job search-related activities while navigating through challenges in her personal life. She then began unpaid work experience at Hill Creek Church and the women’s center on December 12, 2023. Jillian stated the unpaid experience taught her responsibility, organization, consistency, responsibility, and stability which is what she lacked in her life, and it also enhanced her spirituality. With that, she continued the path to secure employment with New Paths, Inc. on May 13, 2024, where she was willing to tap into and understand her purpose to help others as a coach. She started her job working part-time with a good hourly wage and an opportunity for growth.